MLB Best Bets and Player Props for Saturday, July 12, 2025

Check out our top MLB picks and player props for all 15 games scheduled on Saturday, July 12, 2025. We’ve analyzed matchups, pitching duels, ballpark factors, and recent performances to bring you the most informed betting predictions of the day.

Cubs vs Yankees

Pick: Yankees ML -165

Explanation: Max Fried has been dominant at home with an 11-2 record and 2.27 ERA. The Yankees are strong at Yankee Stadium, and Matt Boyd has been solid, but he’s unlikely to outduel Fried in the Bronx.

Player Prop: Max Fried Over 6.5 Strikeouts

Mariners vs Tigers

Pick: Tigers ML -130

Explanation: Casey Mize has a 9-2 record and is reliable at home. George Kirby has shown flashes, but inconsistency makes Seattle vulnerable here.

Player Prop: Casey Mize Over 17.5 Outs Recorded

Pirates vs Twins

Pick: Twins ML

Explanation: With the starter undecided for Minnesota, we still favor the Twins at home due to their stronger bullpen and overall performance at Target Field. Pirates continue to struggle on the road.

Player Prop: Bryan Reynolds Over 1.5 Total Bases

Braves vs Cardinals

Pick: Cardinals ML

Explanation: Fedde hasn't had a strong year, but facing a struggling Braves team with an undecided starter gives the Cards an edge at Busch Stadium.

Player Prop: Nolan Arenado Over 0.5 RBIs

Marlins vs Orioles

Pick: Orioles ML -165

Explanation: Tyler Rogers has been nearly untouchable with a 1.57 ERA. Miami’s offense doesn’t have the firepower to match up on the road.

Player Prop: Cedric Mullins Over 0.5 Stolen Bases

Dodgers vs Giants

Pick: Dodgers ML -150

Explanation: Shohei Ohtani takes the mound for LA, and even with limited innings, he’ll likely control this start. Roupp has been decent, but Dodgers' bats are deeper.

Player Prop: Shohei Ohtani Over 7.5 Strikeouts

Rockies vs Reds

Pick: Reds ML -310

Explanation: Bryan Blalock has struggled massively with a 12.94 ERA, while Brady Singer has been serviceable. The Reds should cruise at home against the worst team in MLB.

Player Prop: Elly De La Cruz Over 1.5 Hits + Runs + RBIs

Rays vs Red Sox

Pick: Red Sox ML -185

Explanation: Crochet has been electric this season with a sub-2.50 ERA. Tampa’s offense has been inconsistent, and Baz is still working back to form.

Player Prop: Garrett Crochet Over 8.5 Strikeouts

Guardians vs White Sox

Pick: Guardians ML -150

Explanation: Tanner Bibee should perform well against a weak White Sox lineup. Cleveland remains a strong road team and continues to push in the division.

Player Prop: José Ramírez Over 1.5 Total Bases

Mets vs Royals

Pick: Mets ML -130

Explanation: Despite Frankie Montas’ struggles, the Mets' offense should capitalize on Lorenzen’s mediocre numbers. NY is also stronger on the road than at home this season.

Player Prop: Pete Alonso Over 0.5 Home Runs

Nationals vs Brewers

Pick: Brewers ML -255

Explanation: Woodruff is back and already looking sharp. With Washington sending out Ogasawara (13.50 ERA), Milwaukee is the easy call.

Player Prop: Christian Yelich Over 2.5 Hits + Runs + RBIs

Rangers vs Astros

Pick: Rangers ML +105

Explanation: Jacob deGrom has returned to form with a 9-2 record and 2.29 ERA. In a big divisional battle, he’s the better pitcher despite being on the road.

Player Prop: Jacob deGrom Over 9.5 Strikeouts

Phillies vs Padres

Pick: Phillies ML -160

Explanation: Zack Wheeler is having a Cy Young-worthy season and should dominate a Padres team still adjusting its lineup. Darvish hasn’t been effective this year.

Player Prop: Bryce Harper Over 0.5 HRs

Diamondbacks vs Angels

Pick: Angels ML -110

Explanation: Yusei Kikuchi has been a solid arm with a 3.02 ERA. Gallen has been hit around a lot this year, and the Angels have shown some offensive life recently.

Player Prop: Mike Trout Over 1.5 Total Bases

Blue Jays vs Athletics

Pick: Blue Jays ML -155

Explanation: Gausman should bounce back against a weak A’s lineup, and Toronto’s offense has been clicking on the road lately.

Player Prop: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Over 0.5 RBIs